As exhibitors and attendees get set to descend on Las Vegas for the 2024 Digital Dealer Conference & Expo (#DDCE2024), one of the great features are the social programs offered to meet up with old and new friends.

#DDCE2024 starts with Coffee by the Keynote Hall from 8:20-9:40 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Fuel up on some coffee before the keynote sponsored by Auto Hauler Exchange.

The Dealer Vendor Exchange (DVX) set in Keynote Hall from 9:40-10:20 a,m. is designed to bring you a quick look at a variety of innovative solutions. DVX main stage pitches are stripped down and informal, allowing dealers and managers to get an early idea about vendors’ core or new offerings. Get early strategic insights into solutions on the market before hitting the expo through a fast-paced, fun hour of elevator pitches.

Women’s Meetup

The Women’s Meetup is set to start at 11:30 a.m. at the Innovation Lounge to make the most of your #DDCE2024 experience! Visit the Innovation Lounge to hear from the Women’s Meetup Ambassadors. The Ambassadors will share stories of support in the industry, insights into what fuels their passion for the Women’s Meetup, and more! Join us to learn more about the Women’s Meetup community and network with Digital Dealer attendees.

A networking lunch sponsored by MXS Solutions is available from 12-1 p.m. at the Expo Hall.

In the afternoon, be part of the audience for The Auto Dealer Live Podcast, starting at 2 p.m. Co-hosts David Villa, Brad Wise and Michael Oquendo are going to take a dive into topics and current in the automotive space, from sales process and team management to potential new technologies that can benefit your team and accelerate sales.

Speed Networking

Starting at 3:50 p.m., the Speed Networking Program will start at the Speed Networking Lounge sponsored by ACV Auctions. Join this dynamic, fast-paced session designed to give you an efficient way of exploring a wide range of products and solutions for your dealership.

If you’re a Dealer Principal, GM, GSM, Marketing Director, Internet Director, or hold a similar decision-making role at a dealership, this program allows you to meet top exhibitors one-on-one in a reverse-expo format—think speed dating, but for business! Head to the Expo Hall to gain valuable insights and make impactful connections in a series of three-minute meetings. Speed Networking Program participation requires pre-approval

And what better way to end the day then joining us at Happy Hour in the Expo Hall starting at 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday Events

On Wednesday, Oct. 9, we kick off the day with an hour-long Networking Breakfast starting at 8 am. At 11 a.m., our second Speed Networking Program will start at the Speed Networking Lounge sponsored by ACV Auctions.

Back for a second day is the Auto Dealer Live Podcast with two sessions, 11 a.m. and 2:20 p.m. Co-hosts David Villa, Brad Wise and Michael Oquendo are going to take a dive into topics and current in the automotive space, from sales process and team management to potential new technologies that can benefit your team and accelerate sales.

Sponsored by AMG + XDC, the Wednesday network lunch is set to start at 12 p.m. at the Expo Hall.

Exhibitors and attendees are invited to Digital Dealer Social as it closes night two, where you can enjoy a beer or a wine at this networking opportunity in the Terrace Ballroom.

DDCE2024 Events

#DDCE2024 is a 2.5-day event, Oct. 8-10, 2024, at MGM Grand in Las Vegas that will bring together automotive dealers, OEMs, thought leaders, and solution providers to power business growth and connections. The 2024 Digital Dealer Conference & Expo is your chance to discover innovative solutions and gain cutting-edge strategies, actionable insights, and new ideas to implement for maximum impact.

Digital Dealer Conference & Expo will include:

• An expo hall with 120+ cutting-edge auto retail solutions
• 75+ actionable sessions
• Masterminds and interactive labs
• And more!

Digital Dealer offers full conference and expo badge options, as well as an expo hall-only option for Dealerships/OEMs. Digital Dealer Conference & Expo attendee badge types include:

• Dealership (exclusively for dealers and employees of a dealership)
• OEM (exclusively for vehicle manufacturers)
• Allied (anyone that supports, services, or sells solutions to dealerships falls under this category)

Click here to register now.